by John Marshall

“ Le Caesar proved to be a fine brig of 18 guns and 86 men, “in every respect well prepared, and expecting the attack.” In working out past the batteries, which kept up a constant fire on her, she was engaged by her late consort (formerly an English gun-brig) for nearly two hours. ”

“ The enemy’s brig and schooner made all sail towards us, having a light breeze in shore, apparently with intention of bringing us to action; but on our getting a breeze, about 6 A.M., they hauled their wind, tacked, and used every exertion by sweeps and boats to avoid us ”

“ The schooner mounted 14 eighteen-pounder carronades and 2 long sixes, and is stated to have had on board 113 persons. The enemy’s total loss must have been very great, for the brig alone, out of her regular crew, had 14 killed and 28 wounded. ”